Blackmagic MultiView 16 | 16 SD HD Ultra HD Multiviewer

The Blackmagic MultiView 16 is a revolutionary monitoring solution designed with professional broadcasters in mind. It is the world's first multi viewer that effortlessly handles Ultra HD, allowing you to utilize an Ultra HD monitor for twice the image sharpness. Even if you have not transitioned to Ultra HD within your facility, this device offers unparalleled versatility by connecting up to 16 different SD, HD, and Ultra HD SDI sources into a single display. This flexibility makes the MultiView 16 an invaluable tool for any broadcasting setup or live production environment.

The device supports a highly customizable viewing experience, offering 4, 9, or 16 view selections. Each input is equipped with a full frame re-synchronizer, enabling a seamless combination of SD, HD, and Ultra HD SDI sources. This design ensures that your workflow remains smooth and uninterrupted regardless of the format diversity of incoming signals. The interactive control panel and ease of external control further enhance real-time usability, making it simple to navigate between different configurations and views.

Key Features

• View up to 16 sources on a single screen
• Multi-source monitoring designed for broadcasters
• Works with an Ultra HD monitor for twice the sharpness
• Easy to use, interactive design for real-time use
• Supports any combination of SD, HD, and Ultra HD video sources
• Supports Videohub router protocol for easy external control

Specifications

• SDI Video Input: 16 x 10-bit SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 6G-SDI
• SDI Video Loop Output: 16 x 10-bit SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 6G-SDI
• Multi View Outputs: 4 x SDI plus 1 x HDMI (2 x HD, 2 x 6G-SDI, 1 x HDMI), concurrent usage
• SDI Video Multi View Outputs: 2 x 10-bit HD-SDI, 2 x 10-bit 6G-SDI
• HDMI Video Multi View Outputs: 1 x HDMI type A connector, supports EDID of the monitor
• Reference Input: Black burst and Tri-level Sync for SD, HD, and 4K
• Multi Rate Support: Auto detection of SD, HD, or 6G-SDI
• Updates: USB or Ethernet
• Control: 16 buttons for local control, 5 buttons and scroll wheel for LCD display control or RJ45 Ethernet
• Configuration: Via front panel LCD, RJ45 Ethernet, or USB 2.0
• RS-422 Control: 1 x input for configuring layouts
• Reclocking: On all SDI outputs, auto switching between SD, HD, or 6G-SDI
• SD Format Support: 625/25 PAL, 525/29.97 NTSC
• HD Format Support: 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080PsF25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60
• 2K Format Support: 2048x1080p23.98, 2048x1080p24, 2048x1080p25, 2048x1080PsF23.98, 2048x1080PsF24, 2048x1080PsF25
• 4K Format Support: 3840x2160p23.98, 3840x2160p24, 3840x2160p25, 3840x2160p29.97, 3840x2160p30, 4096x2160p24
• SDI Compliance: SMPTE 259M, 292M, 296M, 310M, 425M-A, 425M-B, ITU-R BT.656, ITU-R BT.601
• SDI Video Rates: Switchable between SD, HD, and 4K
• SDI Video Sampling: 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
• SDI Audio Sampling: 48kHz and 24-bit
• SDI Color Precision: 10-bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4
• SDI Color Space: YUV for inputs and outputs, RGB for inputs
• SDI Auto Switching: Auto selects between SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 6G-SDI on each input
• SDI Metadata Support: Video payload ID as per SMPTE 352M
• Displays: Built-in 1.5 inch LCD for menu settings
• Software Control: Multi viewer software for Windows and Mac OS X
• Internal Software Upgrade: Via included updater application
• Power Fail Protection: Settings preserved and restored instantly at power on
• Power Supply: IEC power cable required, 90 - 240V AC
• Dimensions: 1.74 x 6.03 x 18.97 inches
• Weight: 4.62 lb
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F)
• Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% non-condensing

Package Contents

• Blackmagic MultiView 16
• Software CD
• 12-month Limited Manufacturer's Warranty